Career Opportunities
Join the C4K team.
Mentor Coordinator
C4K seeks a passionate and dedicated Mentor Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for recruiting, screening, training, and coordinating youth, mentors, and volunteers for C4K’s STEM mentoring program. This role is instrumental in building community, requiring excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract and retain youth members.
- Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract and retain mentors and volunteers.
- Communicate with the C4K team to identify available opportunities and needs for non-mentor volunteers.
- Build and sustain relationships with community organizations, schools, companies, and other groups to increase member and mentor participation.
- Develop and maintain mentor training materials and ensure mentors are adequately prepared to participate.
- Develop and maintain orientation materials for youth members and their families in coordination with the program team.
- Collaborate with the program team to identify mentor needs and recruit mentors with the necessary skills and interests.
- Match mentors with youth members based on interests, needs, and personality.
- Gather information about volunteers’ skills, availability and goals; match volunteers with appropriate opportunities.
- Conduct mentor check-ins to ensure satisfaction and retention.
- Communicate with program staff to assess quality of matches and, when necessary, rematch participants to ensure successful completion.
- Maintain accurate records of participant information and statuses.
- Assist with program evaluation efforts.
- Engage with best-practices partner organizations including The Clubhouse Network, Best Buy, and MENTOR Virginia, attending meetings, sharing ideas and issues and supporting collaborative projects.
- Organize recognition and appreciation events.
- Continuously evaluate and improve the mentoring program
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including an ability to get along with people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Preferred Requirements
- Knowledge of community resources and organizations.
- Understanding of youth development principles and best practices.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace
Salary, Hours, and Benefits
The Mentor Coordinator is a full-time, exempt position, reporting to the Director of Operations. Starting pay is in the range of $45-55,000 annual salary depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include fully paid health insurance (medical) for employee; 3+ weeks of vacation; personal leave; and 401k with employer match after 1 year. Hours are typically 9 or 10 am – 5 or 6pm Monday through Friday with some flexibility. We are an out-of-school-time program so occasional evening or weekend hours may be required..
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@c4kclubhouse.org.
Clubhouse Coordinator
C4K seeks a Clubhouse Coordinator to oversee our innovative mentoring program and out-of-school learning space. C4K, a Best Buy Teen Tech Center, uses a learning approach designed to empower middle and high school students from low-income households to become more capable, creative, and confident learners. Youth-driven projects and activities, undertaken in collaboration with caring adult mentors, are STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math)-centric, engaging, and grounded in 21st century skills. The ideal candidate will operate with a strong equity lens, ensuring that this is reflected in the organization’s values and culture.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Manage the C4K Best Buy Teen Tech Center makerspace for youth members during their out-of-school-time (OST), promoting self-directed learning and cultivating interest in STEAM and keeping the Clubhouse space organized.
- Assist with the development and implementation of orientation and training for all program participants.
- Support volunteer mentors, ensuring they work effectively with youth.
- Assist 1:1 mentoring matches develop and complete projects (e.g., help them come up with ideas, gather materials, get started, track progress, and support their ongoing work). Provide frequent, tailored guidance and support to the matches to ensure a rewarding experience.
- Identify and implement workshops and asynchronous learning for skill development across STEAM disciplines.
- Work with Pathways Coordinator to support youth in planning for the future, including pursuing academic and job opportunities that leverage their Clubhouse skills and relationships..
- Ensure timely communication with participants (members & volunteers) and keep accurate records of participation and outcomes.
- Participate in Best Buy Teen Tech Center and The Clubhouse Network partnerships, attending meetings, sharing ideas and issues, and supporting collaborative projects.
- Supervise part-time program staff and interns.
- Provide assistance when needed for operations including basic technical support to members / mentors and content for marketing initiatives.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- Proven track record working with youth.
- A passion for learning and helping others to learn.
- Experience with and interest in technology as a creative and empowering tool.
- Interpersonal skills, including an ability to get along with people of diverse backgrounds and abilities and a talent for making people feel welcome and included;
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work afternoons, evenings and occasional weekends.
Salary, Hours, and Benefits
The Clubhouse Coordinator is a full-time, exempt position, reporting to the Director of Operations. Starting pay is in the range of $54,000-$62,000 annual salary depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include fully paid health insurance (medical) for the employee; 3+ weeks of vacation; personal leave; and 401k with employer match after 1 year. General hours are 11:30am -7:30pm, Monday through Friday, and occasional weekend hours may be required.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@c4kclubhouse.org.
Pathways Coordinator
C4K seeks a Pathways Coordinator to design, implement and manage a college and career readiness program for C4K youth members. Additionally, the Pathways Coordinator will develop and coordinate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math)-centric community events that spark interest in deeper engagement. C4K, a Best Buy Teen Tech Center, uses a learning approach designed to empower middle and high school students from low-income households to become more capable, creative, and confident learners. The ideal candidate will operate with a strong equity lens, ensuring that this is reflected in the organization’s values and culture
Responsibilities and Duties
- Collaborate with C4K staff, consultants, and other stakeholders to develop a college and career pathways program tailored to the needs of our youth members.
- Work with community partners to deliver engaging and interactive sessions to inspire youth about post-secondary options, career pathways, and the necessary steps to achieve their goals.
- Create and facilitate life skills workshops to equip members with relevant transferable social, professional, and college preparatory skills.
- Support youth in planning for the future, including pursuing academic and job opportunities that leverage their Clubhouse skills and relationships.
- Track and promote internship / apprenticeship opportunities for youth members.
- Identify and organize events with partner organizations to spark interest in STEAM learning and opportunities for continued engagement through C4K programs.
- Support volunteer mentors, ensuring they work effectively with youth.
- Ensure timely communication with participants (members, volunteers, and partners).
- Participate in Best Buy Teen Tech Center and The Clubhouse Network partnerships, attending meetings, conferences, and training, sharing ideas and issues, and supporting collaborative projects.
- Maintain accurate records of participants, activities, and outcomes.
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with program participants, their families, and community partners.
- Supervise interns as needed.
- Provide assistance when needed for operations including basic technical support to members / mentors and content for marketing initiatives.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in education, counseling, social work or related field.
- Proven track record working with youth.
- A passion for learning and helping others to learn.
- Experience with and interest in technology as a creative and empowering tool.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate youth members effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including youth, parents, educators, and community partners.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work afternoons, evenings and occasional weekends.
Preferred Skills / Experience
- Experience with high school / college counseling, career development, or related fields.
- Familiarity with career pathway and vocational training programs
- Knowledge of college admission, financial aid, and scholarship application processes.
- Familiarity with program development, implementation, and evaluation methods.
Salary, Hours, and Benefits
The Pathways Coordinator is a full-time, exempt position, reporting to the Director of Operations. Starting pay is in the range of $54,000-$62,000 annual salary depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include fully paid health insurance (medical) for the employee; 3+ weeks of vacation; personal leave; and 401k with employer match after 1 year. General hours are 10:00am -6:00pm, Monday through Friday, and occasional evenings (up to 7:30pm) or weekend hours as programming requires.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@c4kclubhouse.org